1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 41 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 130 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2009 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranchero | Boxster |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |