2006 BMW 645 vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 645 | Camira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
