2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Boxster | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |