2007 BMW 550 vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 550 | Apollo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |