1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 20 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Monaro | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
