1999 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Statesman weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1972 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
