1991 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325. 1981 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
