2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (272 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 1971 Holden Statesman 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. 1971 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
