2007 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
