2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac 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 117 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 116 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Boxster | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
