1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 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 163 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Porsche | Skoda |
Model | Boxster | 440 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |