2005 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | UTE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
