1983 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | 128 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2659 mm |
