1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 118 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
