1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT 40 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |