2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
