2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 8 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Boxster | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
