1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 27 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, 1984 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 120 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
