1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Boxster |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |