1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 31 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, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Statesman | 118 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5041 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |