1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Monaro | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
