1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Holden | McLaren |
| Model | Statesman | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
