2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 495 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
