1986 Holden Camira vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 26 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1400 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 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira. 2012 BMW X6 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. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Camira | X6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2933 mm |
