1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 671 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sprite | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
