2001 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
