2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 179 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z4 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
