2009 BMW 530 vs. 1981 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
