1994 BMW 730 vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
