2009 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 550 | Statesman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3791 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |