2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Berlina | 545 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
