1953 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | 40 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2420 mm |