2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 790 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Berlina | 356 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
