1985 BMW 324 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 324 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
