1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 114 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Aspen | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
