1983 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 30 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 849 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
