1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | Boxster |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |