1997 Holden Nova vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 930 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Nova | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Nova | Panamera |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |