2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Berlina | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
