2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 32 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Berlina | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
