2005 BMW 545 vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 545 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
