1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 60 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 542 kg more than 2002 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 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 60 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2420 mm |
