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 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 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. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
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, 1981 Holden Commodore (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
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 | 4142 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |