2006 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 650 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 1988 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | Carrera GT | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2250 mm |
