1972 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 520 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
