1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
