2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Boxster | Rex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1930 mm |
