1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 38 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 794 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 837 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Holden | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Statesman | Agera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 1100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
