2005 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
