1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1982 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |
