1972 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2918 mm |
