2004 BMW 745 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (451 Nm). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 745 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
