1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 21 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, 2011 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | X6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
