1977 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
