2009 BMW 125 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 1986 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 125 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1326 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
