1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Delta 88 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2420 mm |
