1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Avanti | Porsche |
Model | Avanti | Boxster |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2416 mm |