1986 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1986 BMW 316 and 1986 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 316 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 316 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |