1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
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, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 630 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
