2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 304 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Five Hundred | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
