2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Boxster | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 928 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 319 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 | 1345 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
