1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman.
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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
