1972 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 65 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 (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |