1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 39 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 65 kg more 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 123 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
