2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
