2008 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
