1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator and 1998 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Intimidator | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
