2006 Ford GT vs. 1993 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Statesman. 1993 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2006 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1993 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
