1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 786 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Statesman | S800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
