1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 41 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
