1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 617 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina.
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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Cortina | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
