1973 BMW Touring vs. 1993 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1993 Holden Statesman is newer by 20 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 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 535 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, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Touring | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
