2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 386 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | Boxster | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
