1985 Holden Drover vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Drover | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |