1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 118 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |