1999 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Charger weights approximately 27 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Charger | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
