1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Coronet | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
