2006 BMW 750 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1986 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 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 750 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 750 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |