1961 BMW 700 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 700 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2950 mm |
