1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1977 Zastava 750
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 750 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 171 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 Zastava 750. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1977 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Porsche | Zastava |
| Model | Boxster | 750 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
