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


 

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