1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Zephyr | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
