1952 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Consul | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
