1993 Porsche 968 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 968 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
