2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z4 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
