1998 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 740 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
