1996 BMW 530 vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 530 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 1996 BMW 530. 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 530 | Apollo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |