1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
