1978 BMW M1 vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M1 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
