1964 Triumph Spitfire 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 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire 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 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Triumph Spitfire | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Triumph | Porsche |
Model | Spitfire | Boxster |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |