1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 2.8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
