1996 BMW 735 vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 735 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 1996 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 735 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2250 mm |
