1973 BMW Touring vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Touring | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
