2001 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Holden Berlina

To start off, both 2001 BMW M3 and 2001 Holden Berlina were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 49 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW M3 2001 Holden Berlina
Make BMW Holden
Model M3 Berlina
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 342 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 502 Nm 305 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1644 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


 

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