1998 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina.
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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 330 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |