2006 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 550 2000 Holden Berlina
Make BMW Holden
Model 550 Berlina
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 360 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2950 mm


 

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