2002 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 90 kg more than 1993 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
