1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 341 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Statesman | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |