2008 BMW X3 vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X3 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
