1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
