1998 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1580 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 |
