2006 BMW 530 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore. 1981 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 530 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |