2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 1976 Porsche 930
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 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche Boxster | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Boxster | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |