1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 17 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 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Holden | McLaren |
| Model | Statesman | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
