1987 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Commodore.
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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Commodore. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Commodore | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 530 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |