1978 Holden GTS vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 155 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | GTS | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
