1976 Porsche 912 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 314 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Porsche 912 | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 912 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
