1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 1985 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 928 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
