1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Monaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |