1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 26 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Holden | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Statesman | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
