1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 195 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Vedette | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
