1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 514 kg more than 2002 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxie | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
