1964 Holden EH vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 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 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 65 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | EH | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2929 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
