2003 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
