1971 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 485 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
