1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1982 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | X6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2934 mm |
