1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1161 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1925 mm |
