1990 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1995 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
