2012 BMW 535 vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 535 | Camira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2580 mm |
