1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | Boxster |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |