1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche Boxster | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | Boxster | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 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 | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |