2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.

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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 2005 Holden Berlina
Make BMW Holden
Model 330 Berlina
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2800 mm


 

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