1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 22 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Statesman | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Statesman | Esperante |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |