1997 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 120 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |