1972 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Statesman weights approximately 78 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
