1961 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 235 kg more than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca Plein Ceil | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Simca | Porsche |
| Model | Plein Ceil | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
