1971 Opel GT vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel GT | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | GT | Boxster |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |