2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 24 kg more than 1985 Reliant SE6. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | Boxster | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
