1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 36 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 BMW 318. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 318. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 318 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
