1976 Holden Torana vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | 356 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
