1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 40 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2900 mm |
