1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 505 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Cortina | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
