1966 Holden HD vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | HD | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
