1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 387 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2416 mm |
