2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 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 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 209 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Boxster | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 912 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
