1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Boxster | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |