1986 Holden Camira vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 616 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Camira | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Camira | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |