1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 37 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 186 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | EX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2799 mm |
