1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | 325 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
