1964 Holden EH vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,928 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | EH | 914 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2928 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
