1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 14 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 (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 70 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 (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 320 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
