1977 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
