1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Impala | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2420 mm |
