1986 Holden Drover vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Drover | 328 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2761 mm |
