1988 Holden Barina vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Barina | 330 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2770 mm |