2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 228 kg more than 2002 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Berlina | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
