2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2475 mm |
