1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Statesman | 630 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |