2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | 140 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
