1994 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M3 | UTE |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5047 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |