2001 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 2 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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 M3 (502 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (460 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
