1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | RS 200 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |