1986 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 474 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
