1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1968 Porsche 911

To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Holden Kingswood 1968 Porsche 911
Make Holden Porsche
Model Kingswood 911
Year Released 1977 1968
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5042 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 213 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2270 mm


 

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