1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 750 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |