2007 BMW M vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M | Commodore |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |