1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | X3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
