1999 BMW M28i vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1999 BMW M28i and 1999 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M28i | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M28i | Commodore |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |