1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 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, 1987 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Porsche | Tatra |
Model | Boxster | T613 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |