2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
