1996 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 535 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
