1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 31 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Statesman | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
