1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 9 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 2300 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |