2001 Holden UTE vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 10 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, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | UTE | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2761 mm |
