1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 10 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Berlina | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |
