1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |