1997 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730. 1976 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
