2008 BMW 550 vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 550 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
