1962 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 342 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
