1996 BMW 540 vs. 2012 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2012 Holden Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Holden Colorado. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Colorado.
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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Colorado. (313 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2012 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 540 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
