1997 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Statesman | 2007 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Statesman | NSX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |