1974 Holden Torana vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 476 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
