1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (271 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Nomad | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
