1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2475 mm |
