1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 BMW 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2005 BMW 645 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 645 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |