1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 27 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 431 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Statesman | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
