2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 2006 Porsche Boxster and 1974 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 2,687 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
