1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 318 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
