1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 325 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |