2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911.
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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Boxster | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Boxster | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 222 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 Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |