1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 28 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
