1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Commodore | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |