1999 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac GTO 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 101 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO. 1999 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | GTO | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
