2006 BMW 545 vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 545 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 545 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |