1967 Innocenti J4 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 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti J4 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 490 kg more than 1967 Innocenti J4. 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 Innocenti J4. 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 (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti J4 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | J4 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2475 mm |
