1976 Aston Martin AM Vantage vs. 1976 Holden Statesman

To start off, both 1976 Aston Martin AM Vantage and 1976 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin AM Vantage (321 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin AM Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin AM Vantage weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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1976 Aston Martin AM Vantage 1976 Holden Statesman
Make Aston Martin Holden
Model AM Vantage Statesman
Year Released 1976 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3995 cc 5042 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 321 HP 213 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1545 kg