1998 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
