2010 BMW 118 vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 118 | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 118 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
