2007 BMW 118 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 8 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 118 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
