2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F 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 158 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Model F |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2240 mm |
