1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon.
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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | Boxster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |