1955 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Plymouth Belvedere | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Belvedere | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2416 mm |
