1989 BMW 750 vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 750 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
