1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37.
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 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | G37 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
