1993 Holden Statesman vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Statesman | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | 928 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4985 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
