1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 830 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 356 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |