2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 911. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 911.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
