2009 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 10 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1999 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M5 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
