1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 2010 Holden Epica
To start off, 2010 Holden Epica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Holden Epica. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Epica.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Epica, 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, 2010 Holden Epica (320 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 2010 Holden Epica has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Holden Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 2010 Holden Epica | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | Pan Americana | Epica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
