1954 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 275 kg more than 1954 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Consul | Boxster |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |