1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Centura | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
