1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 256 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden FB Special | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FB Special | Boxster |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |