1987 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Barina | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2918 mm |
