1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Statesman | W12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
