1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 30 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, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Statesman weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Statesman | NSX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
