1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 975 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Brougham | Boxter |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 591 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2475 mm |