1989 BMW 750 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 750 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |