2009 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 750 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Holden Calais. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Calais.
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, 2011 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 750 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
