1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 26 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, both vehicles can yield 238 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Statesman | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
