1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 552 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2002 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Prefect | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
