2000 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
