2009 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
