1980 Holden Statesman vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1980 Holden Statesman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (345 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 342 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Islero has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Islero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | Islero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
