1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 161 kg more than 1984 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 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Statesman | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2941 mm |
