2007 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 328 | UTE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
