Comparable Alternative to Porsche

[clickman]

Originally Posted by nimblemotorsports

Almost any year of mustang will outperform a boxster given some modifications.
A Boxster is a beautiful car, but has a very serious problem that can't be fixed.
You can't get to the engine to work on it. It would need a complete redesign

Sounds like :troll: to me...

[particlewave]

Originally Posted by nimblemotorsports

Almost any year of mustang will outperform a boxster given some modifications.
A Boxster is a beautiful car, but has a very serious problem that can't be fixed.
You can't get to the engine to work on it. It would need a complete redesign,
so it is like a GT40.

:troll::troll::troll::troll::troll::troll:

For this reason, I think a Corvette is a better choice for an 'old' car that you will need to work on to keep working and tweaking.

Next time you decide to smoke crack, wait until you're sober before posting online.

[Fintro11]

Originally Posted by nimblemotorsports

Almost any year of mustang will outperform a boxster given some modifications.
A Boxster is a beautiful car, but has a very serious problem that can't be fixed.
You can't get to the engine to work on it. It would need a complete redesign,
so it is like a GT40.



For this reason, I think a Corvette is a better choice for an 'old' car that you will need to work on to keep working and tweaking.

Lol what kind of drugs are you taking?

[jsceash]

Originally Posted by nimblemotorsports

Almost any year of mustang will outperform a boxster given some modifications.
A Boxster is a beautiful car, but has a very serious problem that can't be fixed.
You can't get to the engine to work on it. It would need a complete redesign,
so it is like a GT40.



For this reason, I think a Corvette is a better choice for an 'old' car that you will need to work on to keep working and tweaking.

You are kidding. In five years tracking a Boxster I've had 2 Mustangs pass me. A new model track prepped Shelby. A GT class 2010 Mustang with I'll guess had 10 bill in ground effects on it. The Boss 302's may have more HP but they can't turn I can usually get by one is a half lap or less.

As for Corvettes some of the C5 and all the C6 and newer Vettes are faster. So your talking cars that cost more than a new Boxster.

The new Camaros are fast and turn, Nissan GT-r's, EVO's and WRX's

[Cebu]

First off, I have never driven a car more fun to drive than my Boxster. I'll admit the pride of owning a Porsche is an added bonus. I've driven the 350Z and it definitely has more low end torque than at least my Boxster, I wasn't able to hit the twisties so I can't comment on handling.

As far as a BMW, I have a 330ci with the sports package. It's a totally different ride. Even though it has the sport package it still feels like a luxury car especially with the passenger seats behind me. I recently rode the BMW from NorCal to NOLA and back. I'd never try that on my Boxster.

So what is comparable? If you take the Porsche experience into account I don't think any other car can compare. For me, riding the Porsche top down on twisties is like riding my motorcycle carving up canyons. Waitaminute... that's my answer... a GL1800

[Lapister]

Coming from the 350z world, I'm loving my 02 S. Z had a linear power curve but I never got attached to it. Heavy and rough ride. Boxster is definitely about Midrange power and handling. Amazed at the ride quality compared to Z. Z had the great V6 growl but boxster Bass is so sweet! Brakes go to P car as well. No looking back for me.

[Porsche9]

Mustang! I've owned several and they are not comparable. Yes its easy to get more power and make them go faster in a straight line but that's were it stops. Solid axle is all I have to say. The new one finally have IRS but weigh 3800 lbs. The Boxster runs circles around the Mustang in every other way.

[nimblemotorsports]

Originally Posted by Porsche9

Mustang! I've owned several and they are not comparable. Yes its easy to get more power and make them go faster in a straight line but that's were it stops. Solid axle is all I have to say. The new one finally have IRS but weigh 3800 lbs. The Boxster runs circles around the Mustang in every other way.

1999 Mustang Cobra has an IRS, you are not going to catch it in order to circle it.
One for $6,200 in sacramento...

[BoxsterSteve]

Originally Posted by nimblemotorsports

1999 Mustang Cobra has an IRS, you are not going to catch it in order to circle it.
One for $6,200 in sacramento...

There's a reason Ford gave up on that IRS... it could barely survive the output of a stock Cobra.
Start adding bolt-ons, and you'd twist the axles off or blow up the pumpkin.
Many Cobra owners reverted back to the 8.8 because you could beat on them without destroying them.

[Franco]

Originally Posted by Porsche9

Mustang! I've owned several and they are not comparable. Yes its easy to get more power and make them go faster in a straight line but that's were it stops. Solid axle is all I have to say. The new one finally have IRS but weigh 3800 lbs. The Boxster runs circles around the Mustang in every other way.

Unfortunately for the Boxster most roads are straight

[Mark_T]

LMAO! Brings to mind the old saying... Better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt.

[Fintro11]

I could never own a mustang for the simple fact I woul have to marry my cousin and start playing a banjo ....oh and move someplace with no curves lol

[Franco]

Maybe the Corvette but who am I to judge.

No more reason to consider a Boxster click on links below.

http://www.chevrolet.com/corvette-stingray-convertible/compare-vehicles.html

http://www.torquenews.com/106/corvette-crushes-viper-outsells-all-porsche-cars-july-2014-sales

[Pdwight]

Originally Posted by Fintro11

I could never own a mustang for the simple fact I woul have to marry my cousin and start playing a banjo ....oh and move someplace with no curves lol

Oh come on, I kin find ye a trailer down heer in Alabammy

[Finnegan]

Answer for the OP: Not much. The s2k, SLK, Audi TT, Lotus and Miata all compete, but the 986 is better as an all-around DD sports car.

[black_falcon]

I'm sure the S2000, Z4, SLK, etc, are all great cars. But..

There is something absolutely magical about Porsche that you don't get with other marques. From the scream of the motor, to the incredible but often times uniquely quirky engineering, the phenomenal build quality, the attention to detail. They have an undeniable mystique that makes every drive absolutely enchanting.

Owning a Porsche, to me, is all about the experience, the sensations, the trills, that can't be conveyed by numbers on paper.

[Fintro11]

Originally Posted by black_falcon

I'm sure the S2000, Z4, SLK, etc, are all great cars. But..

There is something absolutely magical about Porsche that you don't get with other marques. From the scream of the motor, to the incredible but often times uniquely quirky engineering, the phenomenal build quality, the attention to detail. They have an undeniable mystique that makes every drive absolutely enchanting.

Owning a Porsche, to me, is all about the experience, the sensations, the trills, that can't be conveyed by numbers on paper.

and the community, the forums along with the local pca chapters. I have met some of the best people through both!

[Retroman1969]

There are many "shoot out" review videos online between the Boxster and the Z-4, 350Z, and/or the S2000. The Boxster comes out on top in most of them. Really all of those are great cars, but the Box just edges them out on one front of another.
Honestly, if I was going to consider another DD sports car and didn't want a Boxster, I'd probably aim for the Miata. They have always been fun reliable cars with a history and a big fan base. Their fatal flaws by comparison are that they don't have a lot of character, the interiors are more cramped, and only one small trunk.

[Pdwight]

Was actually a 350 or 370 Z , but I always wanted a Porsche....always

[Twomato]

I sold my 2013 Mustang V6 to acquire a 2001 996 C4. True, the Mustang was faster and had up to date tech inside but that's where it ends. It had no soul compared to the Porsche and did not ever really put a smile on my face like this car does.