1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 735 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2940 mm |
