2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |