1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Chevelle | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
