1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX 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 26 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 166 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Berlina | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
