1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 336 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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 (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
