1971 BMW 3 vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 235 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 3 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
