1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 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 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 8 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 128 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
