1965 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 865 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Sixty | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Sixty | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2360 mm |
