1988 BMW 730 vs. 1997 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 730. 1997 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1997 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
