1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 508 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Gran Torino | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |