1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2416 mm |
