1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 132 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | M |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
