1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 918 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Boxster | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1875 mm |
