1979 BMW 725 vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 725 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
