1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 780 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | Boxster | Fronte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 52 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 56 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2020 mm |