1966 Holden HD vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 95 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | HD | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
