1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 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 Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
