2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 525 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2475 mm |
