1961 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 315 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1961 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1961 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Toyota Corona | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Corona | Boxster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |