1992 Porsche 965 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 965 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 965 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2420 mm |
