1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2475 mm |
