1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |
