1973 Renault 15 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 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 15 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2475 mm |
