2003 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman. 2005 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
