1964 Holden EJ vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | EJ | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
