2007 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1991 Holden Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
