1995 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M5 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
