2008 BMW 760 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 560 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 760 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
