1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman. 1984 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
