1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 52 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Vedette | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
