1998 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1998 BMW 330 and 1998 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova, 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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 1998 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1998 Holden Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
