1972 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Holden Statesman. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2497 mm |
