2010 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 750 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 750 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2950 mm |
