1978 BMW M1 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 745 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M1 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
