1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
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 Z3 (320 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z3 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
