1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 125 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 604 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
