2004 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 65 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 320 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |