2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche Carrera GT | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Carrera GT | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 245 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 | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |