1965 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
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 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Sixty | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
