1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Statesman | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Statesman | 325 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5041 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |