1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 120 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Holden Kingswood 1999 Porsche Boxster
Make Holden Porsche
Model Kingswood Boxster
Year Released 1977 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5042 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 213 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2360 mm


 

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