2005 BMW 530 vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1986 Holden Drover | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 530 | Drover |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |