1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 550 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
