1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Porsche 930 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 930 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |