2008 Holden UTE vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Holden UTE would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden UTE (357 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden UTE. (530 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden UTE. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2008 Holden UTE has manual transmission. 2008 Holden UTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Holden UTE | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | UTE | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
