1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2416 mm |
