1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 328 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 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 | 213 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
