1993 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
