1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
