1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1977 Porsche 911

To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Berlina 1977 Porsche 911
Make Holden Porsche
Model Berlina 911
Year Released 1999 1977
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3789 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 204 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 431 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2270 mm


 

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