1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 535 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3071 mm |
