1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2420 mm |