1966 Holden HD vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 31 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 220 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | HD | 993 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
