1979 Ford LTD vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | LTD | Boxster |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |