2009 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 325 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |