1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 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 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Valiant | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |