2005 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1993 Holden Barina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
