1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Delta 88 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2420 mm |
