2006 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 20 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 26 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 525 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |