2012 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 41 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (272 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Range Rover | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2584 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4973 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2035 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2900 mm |
