2007 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
