1968 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 445 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Boxster |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |