1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 675 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.
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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Holden | Maybach |
| Model | Statesman | 57 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |
