1997 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 170 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Statesman | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | Statesman | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |
