2007 Peugeot Boxer vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356.
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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot Boxer | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | Boxer | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
