1965 Holden EH vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 145 kg more than 1965 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | EH | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
