1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 135 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
