1974 Holden Torana vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
