2008 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| 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 | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
