1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 BMW 320.
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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 320 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
