1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Statesman | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Statesman | NSX |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |