2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Boxster | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Boxster | 965 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |