2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Boxster | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
