2008 BMW 118 vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 1998 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 118 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
