1997 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
