1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 33 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman.
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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Statesman | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Statesman | Esperante |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |