1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 35 kg more than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
