1991 Holden Apollo vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Apollo | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Apollo | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |