1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
