1964 Holden EH vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 151 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | EH | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2928 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
