1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 685 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Commodore | 914 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
