2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Silvia | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |