1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 354 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taunus | Boxster |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |