1988 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina. 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M5 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
