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718 Boxster GTS vs 911 Targa 4 Lightweight

Porsche · Porsche

1/4 Mile winner
718 Boxster GTS
Beats the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight by 0.02s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 718 Boxster GTS beats the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 718 Boxster GTS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
394 hp
379 hp
0–100 km/h
4.3s
4.3s
Top speed
293 km/h
289 km/h
Engine
4.0L Naturally Aspirated Flat-6
3.0L Twin-Turbo Flat-6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
430 Nm
450 Nm
Price
$90,300
$135,500

Simulated race times

Distance
718 Boxster GTS
911 Targa 4 Lightweight
100 m
5.476s
5.474s
1/8 mile
8.060s
8.063s
1/4 mile
12.039s
12.054s
1 km
21.282s
21.353s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the 718 Boxster GTS is the obvious pick at $90,300 versus the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight's $135,500. Both are formidable. The 718 Boxster GTS suits buyers who prioritise raw power; the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight appeals to those after a more focused experience.

FAQ

Which is faster, the 718 Boxster GTS or the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 718 Boxster GTS is faster, beating the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight by 0.02 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 718 Boxster GTS vs the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight?

The 718 Boxster GTS hits 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds, while the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight does it in 4.3 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 718 Boxster GTS produces 394 hp; the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight produces 379 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 718 Boxster GTS tops out at 293 km/h, and the 911 Targa 4 Lightweight reaches 289 km/h.

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