1987 Holden Camira vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. Both 1987 Holden Camira and 2013 BMW 5 Series are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 765 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 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 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Camira | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Camira | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
