2008 BMW 523 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 8 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 523 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
