2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel 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 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 761 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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 (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | Boxster | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 27 L |
