2011 BMW 750 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 23 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 925 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 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 750 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 750 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2670 mm |