1963 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 605 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Spitfire | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | Spitfire | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2475 mm |
