1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 632 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 1602 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
