1957 BMW 600 vs. 1996 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 970 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 1996 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1996 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |
