1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Centura | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Centura | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
