1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS. 2003 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 2003 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Statesman | IS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
