1990 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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, 2005 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 316 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3060 mm |
