1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 170 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
