1966 Holden HD vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | HD | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
