1959 Holden FC vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FC | 993 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |