1988 BMW 730 vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 2 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 690 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.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
