1973 Porsche 914 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 914 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
