1993 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 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 535 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 535 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4985 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3071 mm |
