1992 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 740 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
