1966 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 128 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | Boxster |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |