1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Boxster | Boxster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |