1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 38 kg more than 2004 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Monaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1342 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 |