1993 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina, 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Barina | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
