1982 BMW 328 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 328. (210 Nm). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 328. 1982 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 328 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 328 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 266 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1270 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |