1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
