2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman.
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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Statesman | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Statesman | M5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
