1964 Holden EJ vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 205 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | EJ | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
