2007 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
