1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 13 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 835 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Statesman | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Statesman | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3120 mm |