1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 15 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 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | 928 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
