2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 965 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |