1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
