1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Delta 88 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2420 mm |
