1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Monaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |