2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Berlina | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Berlina | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |