1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 123 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 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 |
