2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,976 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Holden Commodore. (360 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Commodore. (290 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2008 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
