2006 BMW 730 vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 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, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
