1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 19 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, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 170 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 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | X1 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
