1963 Holden EJ vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | EJ | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
