1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 31 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Statesman | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
