1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 205 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Statesman | 6 series |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2856 mm |