1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 36 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 826 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Statesman weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Holden | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Statesman | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
