2006 BMW 650 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 650 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |