1988 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Holden UTE
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 204 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2003 Holden UTE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
