2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z4 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
