2001 Holden UTE vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | UTE | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
