1951 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2420 mm |
