1988 Audi V8 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | V8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
