1972 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 39 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1972 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Statesman | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3294 mm |
