1985 Holden Camira vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Camira | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
