1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranchero | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
