1963 Holden EJ vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 371 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | EJ | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
