2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 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 (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | Boxster | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
