1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 352 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2901 mm |
