1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, both 1991 Holden Statesman and 1991 Italdesign M12 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign M12 has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Statesman | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
Make | Holden | Italdesign |
Model | Statesman | M12 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |