1986 Holden Camira vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 118 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 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Camira | 118 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
