1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 30 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Statesman | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | 350Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |