1966 Holden HD vs. 1982 Porsche 930
To start off, 1982 Porsche 930 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 930 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1982 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | HD | 930 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
