1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 31 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 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 200 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2837 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |