2008 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 9 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 316 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
