1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 460 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 356 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
