1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | RS 200 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 64 L |
