1982 Holden Camira vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1982 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1982 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Camira | 325 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
