1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Statesman | NSX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
