2009 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 9 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 550 | Berlina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3791 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |