1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Boxster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |