1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002. 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 (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 2002 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
