1978 Tatra T613 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Tatra T613. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1978 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1978 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Tatra T613 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Tatra | Porsche |
| Model | T613 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2420 mm |
