2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman 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 (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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 (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
