1988 Holden Barina vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 24 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 980 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 2012 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Barina | 530 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2968 mm |