1977 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 60 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Holden | Ferrari |
| Model | Statesman | 599 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
