2006 BMW 118 vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118. 2006 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 118 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
