1978 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
