1957 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular 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 202 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 537 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Popular | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |
