2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 1999 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z4 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
