1971 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Touring | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
