2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3587 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
