1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 13 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Berlina | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4379 mm |
