1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 58 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | 370Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |