2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 5 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 (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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 (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z3 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
