1973 Honda Z vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2475 mm |
