1971 Holden Torana vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. 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 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Torana | W12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
