1992 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Commodore | 2010 BMW 128 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 128 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2659 mm |