1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 500 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 60 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2420 mm |
