1982 Holden Camira vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 31 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 820 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Camira | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
