1994 Holden Barina vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 123 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 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Barina | 123 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
