1960 Holden FC vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FC | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FC | 911 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |