1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 19 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, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Statesman | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Statesman | 530 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |