1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 18 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 5 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
