2009 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 320 | UTE |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5047 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |