2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
