1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 312 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | Boxter |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2475 mm |