2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z4 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
