2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (162 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | Boxster | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2170 mm |
