2000 Porsche RGT vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche RGT weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2000 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche RGT | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | RGT | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 266 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 | 1330 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
