1983 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Camira | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
