1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlina | 320 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
