2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Boxster | 930 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |