2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260. 2009 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1977 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1977 Volvo 260 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | 260 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
