1988 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | Boxster |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2420 mm |