1978 Holden GTS vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Holden | Italdesign |
Model | GTS | Nazca |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |