2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | Boxster | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
