2001 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 12 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Berlina | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Berlina | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2968 mm |