2005 BMW X3 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1985 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X3 | Drover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
