2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1252 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
