1977 Holden GTS vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | GTS | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |