1984 BMW 318 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, both 1984 BMW 318 and 1984 Holden Camira were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 318 (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 BMW 318.
Because 1984 BMW 318 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 1984 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 BMW 318 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 318 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 318 | Camira |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |