1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 17 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 317 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
