1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Sunbird | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Sunbird | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
