2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 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 20 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 239 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930. 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
