2007 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
