1998 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
