1995 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
