2005 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
