1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
