1993 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525.
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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Statesman | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Statesman | 525 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4985 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 |