1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911. 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, both vehicles can yield 265 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 911 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
