1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 98 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Porsche | Holden |
Model | 911 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |