1965 Holden EH vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH.

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 Panamera (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Holden EH 2012 Porsche Panamera
Make Holden Porsche
Model EH Panamera
Year Released 1965 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2930 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 333 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 439 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1931 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1408 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2920 mm


 

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