1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 11 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 30 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | G35 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
