1966 Holden EH vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 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 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden EH | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | EH | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |