1974 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 166 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2416 mm |
