2007 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Camira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
