2002 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
