1984 BMW 316 vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 316 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3060 mm |
