1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTA | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 93 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2475 mm |
