1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 9 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Berlina | ZT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
