1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 965 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. 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 (375 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Berlina | M250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
