2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Berlina | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Berlina | M1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |