2010 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X5 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2740 mm |
