2004 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 73 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 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 |
