1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 1985 Holden Statesman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 425 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT has manual transmission. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | 350 GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
