1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sprite | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |
