1992 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Holden Apollo

To start off, both 1992 BMW 740 and 1992 Holden Apollo were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 BMW 740 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 1992 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 740 1992 Holden Apollo
Make BMW Holden
Model 740 Apollo
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm


 

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