1991 Porsche 968 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
