1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 30 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 118 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |