1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 930 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
