1977 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Statesman | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Statesman | Esperante |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |