2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel 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 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 774 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | Boxster | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
