2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Reliant SE6. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | Boxster | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
