1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 16 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 82 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 118 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
