1983 Holden Camira vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Camira | 530 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
