1999 Holden Nova vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 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 all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 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 1999 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Nova | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Nova | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |