1985 Holden Barina vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Barina | 335 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2810 mm |
