1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Comodoro | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
