1996 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 BMW 530. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
