2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
