2008 BMW 116 vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 116 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1205 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
