1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 22 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 445 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 2012 BMW 135 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 2012 BMW 135. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Apollo | 135 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |
