2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
