1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Porsche | Holden |
Model | 928 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |