1996 Holden Nova vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Nova weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova, 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Nova | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
