1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Commodore | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 120 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |