2007 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
