1993 BMW 518 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1993 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 BMW 518. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 518 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 518 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
