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911 Carrera 4 vs 718 Boxster GTS

Porsche · Porsche

1/4 Mile winner
911 Carrera 4
Beats the 718 Boxster GTS by 0.11s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 911 Carrera 4 beats the 718 Boxster GTS comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 911 Carrera 4 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
379 hp
394 hp
0–100 km/h
4.2s
4.3s
Top speed
293 km/h
293 km/h
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo Flat-6
4.0L Naturally Aspirated Flat-6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
450 Nm
430 Nm
Price
$106,500
$90,300

Simulated race times

Distance
911 Carrera 4
718 Boxster GTS
100 m
5.418s
5.476s
1/8 mile
7.978s
8.060s
1/4 mile
11.925s
12.039s
1 km
21.113s
21.282s

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 Carrera 4's $106,500. Both are formidable. The 911 Carrera 4 suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the 718 Boxster GTS appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

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

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 911 Carrera 4 is faster, beating the 718 Boxster GTS by 0.11 seconds.

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

The 911 Carrera 4 hits 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, while the 718 Boxster GTS does it in 4.3 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

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

What are the top speeds?

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

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