1990 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525. 1975 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
