2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 959 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
