1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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 1988 Holden Commodore. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Commodore | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |