1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 17 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, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 330 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
