1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.

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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Italdesign Nazca 2008 Porsche Boxster
Make Italdesign Porsche
Model Nazca Boxster
Year Released 1993 2008
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4988 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 346 HP 0 HP
Torque 470 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 297 km/hour 264 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2420 mm


 

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