1986 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
