1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 205 kg more than 1951 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Zephyr | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
