1989 Holden Barina vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Barina | 740 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 3070 mm |
