2012 Holden Calais vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Holden Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Holden Calais would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Holden Calais. (344 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Calais.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Holden Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Calais. (530 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Holden Calais | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Calais | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
