1986 Holden Drover vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Drover | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
