1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1998 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 1998 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Statesman | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Statesman | Esperante |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |