1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 550 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2969 mm |
