1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944.
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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 944 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
