1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 545 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
