2006 BMW 523 vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 523 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
