1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Apollo | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
