2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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 (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | Boxster | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
