1985 Holden Camira vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 845 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Camira | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2918 mm |
