1972 Holden Torana vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
