1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | 118 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
