2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (199 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 29 kg more than 2001 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, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Boxster | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Porsche | Venturi |
| Model | Boxster | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
