2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 555 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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 Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
