1996 Porsche Boxster vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 57 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche Boxster | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
