2001 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Berlina | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Berlina | 550 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2968 mm |