1991 Holden Apollo vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, both 1991 Holden Apollo and 1991 Italdesign M12 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Because 1991 Italdesign M12 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 1991 Italdesign M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Holden | Italdesign |
| Model | Apollo | M12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
