1986 BMW 735 vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 BMW 735.
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 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 735 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
