1985 Holden Drover vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 836 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1999 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1999 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Drover | 730 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2940 mm |
