1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Porsche 930 2008 Porsche Boxster
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 930 Boxster
Year Released 1975 2008
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 256 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70.4 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2420 mm


 

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