1996 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 452 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Boxster | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
