1987 Opel Senator vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 216 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
