1998 Holden Nova vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Nova | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2355 mm |
