1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (172 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3. 1991 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z3 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
