2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
