2000 BMW 323 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (352 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 323 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
