1976 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1002 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1274 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Holden | Zenvo |
| Model | Torana | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3055 mm |
