2001 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
