1977 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman. 2009 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 545 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
