1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 320 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
