1992 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, 2010 Holden Calais is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Holden Calais. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Calais.
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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2010 Holden Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 740 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
