1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Statesman | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
