1996 BMW 520 vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 BMW 520. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 520 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
