1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | Boxster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |