1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 235 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FB Special | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FB Special | Boxster |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2416 mm |