1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 786 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 700 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |