1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT 40 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 64 L |