1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 259 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
