1984 Ford GT vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 221 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford GT | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT | Boxster |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2416 mm |