1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
