2006 Morgan Aero vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 30 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Morgan | Holden |
| Model | Aero | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
