1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | 350Z |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |