1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. Both 1996 Chevrolet Corvette and 1971 Holden Statesman are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (272 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 23 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Statesman |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |