1994 BMW 518 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 518 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |