1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
