1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 15 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet 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, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 2012 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Porsche | Maybach |
Model | Boxster | Landaulet |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3828 mm |