1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
