1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 944 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
